How To Fix /SMB/IMPORT_EXPORT121 - Unexpexted end of variant &1 in file &2. Missing value for parameter &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/IMPORT_EXPORT -

• Message number: 121

• Message text: Unexpexted end of variant &1 in file &2. Missing value for parameter &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/IMPORT_EXPORT121 - Unexpexted end of variant &1 in file &2. Missing value for parameter &3 ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/IMPORT_EXPORT121 indicates that there is an unexpected end of a variant file during an import or export operation. This typically means that the system encountered an issue while reading the variant file, which could be due to a missing value for a specific parameter.
  Cause:
  
  Corrupted File: The variant file may be corrupted or incomplete, leading to an unexpected end of the file.
  Missing Parameter: The error specifically mentions a missing value for a parameter, which suggests that the variant file does not contain all the required information.
  Incorrect Format: The file may not be in the expected format, which can happen if it was manually edited or generated incorrectly.
  File Transfer Issues: If the file was transferred from one system to another, there may have been issues during the transfer that caused data loss.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Variant File: Open the variant file in a text editor to verify its contents. Ensure that all required parameters are present and correctly formatted.
  Recreate the Variant: If the file is corrupted or missing values, consider recreating the variant from scratch in the SAP system.
  Validate File Format: Ensure that the file adheres to the expected format for variant files. If it was generated by a different system or tool, check compatibility.
  Transfer the File Again: If the file was transferred, try transferring it again, ensuring that the transfer method preserves the file integrity (e.g., using binary mode for FTP).
  Check for System Notes: Look for any SAP Notes related to this error message. Sometimes, SAP releases patches or notes that address specific issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SE38 or SE80 to manage variants and check their definitions.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on handling variants and import/export processes.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, providing them with the error message and any relevant logs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.